Michael van Gerwen produced a sensational display to win the second Speedy Hire UK Open qualifier in Crawley. The young Dutchman hit a perfect nine-dart finish and a maximum 170 checkout in an amazing final against Dave Chisnall.

‘Mighty Mike’, who was named PDC Young Player of the Year last month, put together a brilliant run of impressive victories at the K2 Centre, culminating in his 6-1 triumph over Chisnall.

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The 22 year old began the final with a 13 darter before breaking his opponent’s throw at the first opportunity. Chisnall pulled a leg back before van Gerwen restored his lead in spectacular style, hitting 180, 177 and a 144 checkout for a sublime nine-dart leg.

He went on to win the next three legs, hitting a 170 finish along the way, to claim his second victory on the PDC Pro-Tour.

Van Gerwen beat Steve Brown, Stuart Kellet, Richie Howson and Jamie Caven to reach the quarter-finals, where he defeated World Championship runner-up Andy Hamilton 6-2.

The Dutchman followed that fantastic win up with a 6-0 whitewash over Premier League star Simon Whitlock in the semi-final, before beating Chisnall in the final with a magnificent 108 average.

Vincent van der Voort also showed good form before losing out to Chisnall in the last four.

Van Gerwen scooped £6000 for his success and sealed qualification for the Speedy Hire UK Open finals in June.

By Chris Murphy

MODUS stars James Wade and Raymond van Barneveld visited Manchester United’s training ground yesterday ahead of the opening night of the McCoy’s Premier League.

Wade and ‘Barney’ were joined by Phil Taylor, Andy Hamilton and Kevin Painter in their trip to Carrington, where they were given a tour of the clubs facilities.

They also met Sir Alex Ferguson and Ryan Giggs, two men who know a thing or two about winning Premier League titles.

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